1993 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 44 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1993 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1993 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
